Halloween & Fall

HCA reports Halloween costumes remain popular among adults

The Halloween & Costume Association (HCA) highlights new data from Prosper Insights & Analytics, showing that Halloween continues to engage adults, with a growing number planning to dress up and celebrate in creative ways. Key... more »

NRF consumer survey finds Halloween spending to reach record $13.1 billion

Halloween spending is expected to reach a record $13.1 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF's) annual consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The figure is up from $11.6 billion... more »

Frightening Fêtes: The latest in Halloween entertaining

As seen in Holiday Shop 2025. Whether it’s a kid-centric gathering or an elevated, moody dinner party for adults, Halloween continues to thrive in retail... more »

Spirited Style: Halloween décor trends for 2025

Halloween décor is evolving in new ways for 2025, blending nostalgia, elegance and even a touch of summer fun. As consumers look for... more »

Industry leaders say tariffs threaten to cancel Halloween and cripple Christmas

U.S. costume and toy companies are sounding the alarm that newly proposed tariffs on Chinese imports could wipe out Halloween and severely disrupt Christmas unless urgent action is taken. With production already underway and orders... more »

Nearly half of Halloween shoppers to purchase items before October

Early Halloween shopping is on the rise, with 47% of survey participants beginning their shopping before October, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. [caption id="attachment_89982" align="alignright"... more »

Harvest & Halloween: 2024 décor exudes warmth, whimsy

Each year as the temperatures start to cool, homeowners begin decorating for fall — first in a cozy way to usher in the... more »